Abitghar - Wada, Palghar
Abitghar is a village situated in the Wada tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from Vada and around 60 km from Thane. Abitghar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abitghar is 552160. The village covers a total geographical area of 710.06 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Bhiwandi is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Abitghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abitghar
As per Census 2011, Abitghar village has a total population of 2,828 people, consisting of 1,765 males and 1,063 females. The village has 719 households and a sex ratio of 602 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,810 literate and 1,018 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,061 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abitghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,828 | 1,765 | 1,063 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 191 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 22 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,061 | 549 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 1,810 | 1,264 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 501 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Abitghar
Abitghar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Abitghar
Public transport in the Abitghar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiwandi to Abitghar is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Abitghar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abitghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abitghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Abitghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abitghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Abitghar
Where is Abitghar located?
Abitghar village is located in Wada Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abitghar?
Abitghar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Abitghar?
The pincode of Abitghar is 421303.
What is the population of Abitghar?
Abitghar has a total population of 2,828, including 1,765 males and 1,063 females.
How many households are there in Abitghar?
There are 719 households in Abitghar.
What is the literacy rate in Abitghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abitghar is 64.00%. Male literacy is 71.61% and female literacy is 51.36%.